Attorney General Kwame Raoul files a lawsuit against Mariner Finance, accusing it of deceptive loan practices, including adding hidden fees and unwanted add-on services to consumer loans.

Chicago and NASCAR officials announce improved traffic strategies for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on July 6-7, reducing course construction impact to 19 days.

Chicago police quickly arrested three suspects after a shooting that killed a teen and injured three men, aided by surveillance technology and coordinated efforts.

A Chicago man, Julian Wyre, received a 23-year prison sentence for distributing crack cocaine while on supervised release related to a prior conviction.

Naperville Police intensify patrols in April for Distracted Driving Awareness Month, targeting texting motorists with support from IDOT and over 200 law enforcement agencies.

A Laredo man is indicted for possessing a machine gun after evading a traffic stop and discarding a bag with a modified Glock during the chase. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

Dr. Cristina Pacione-Zayas becomes Chicago's City Hall's first Latina chief of staff, appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Her background in public service and policy development is set to advance the city's equitable goals.

A man was fatally shot in West Garfield Park, Chicago, and pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital. Authorities have not made arrests, and the investigation is ongoing.

Two more arrests at Naperville Topgolf for guns and drugs, raising felony arrests to 18 since last summer, with no connections found among the incidents.

Chicago has listed over 350 lots for development, available through ChiBlockBuilder, to boost neighborhood growth, including mixed-use and residential spaces.

Chicago appoints Sendy Soto as first Chief Homelessness Officer, launching a strategic plan for housing and implementing $128 million renovation of Lawson House for affordable housing.

Ride-share and delivery drivers in Chicago are being targeted in a series of armed robberies, with police advising caution and requesting public assistance in identifying the suspects.

A shooting at an East Chicago gas station resulted in one death and one injury. The motive is unclear, no arrests have been made, and authorities are investigating.